Biomedical Scientist

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed healthcare institution in Southampton is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join their Cellular Pathology team. This role involves processing pathology specimens, supervising staff, and ensuring quality service delivery for patient diagnostics. Candidates must hold an accredited degree or HCPC registration and have relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for professional development and emphasizes teamwork and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Essential to be educated to degree level with an IBMS accredited degree or registered as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Previous experience of working in a Cellular Pathology department is required.
• Knowledge of hospital IT systems is also essential.

Responsibilities

• Process pathology specimens for diagnostics.
• Provide accurate analytical data and results.
• Supervise and support team training as required.
• Deliver high-quality service to meet patient needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Pressure management

Education

IBMS accredited degree or Biomedical Scientist registration

Tools

Hospital IT systems

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Cellular Pathology invites applications for the post of Biomedical Scientist to join their friendly team. An excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and suitably experienced individual to contribute to a rapidly developing service.

The department supports ROSE clinics, a Mohs service & there is scanning equipment to support the digital agenda. The post-holder will be encouraged to participate in this project as we progress to a fully digitised pathology service.

The department operates 6am-7pm Mon-Fri & Sat 7am-5pm. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in the rotational Bank Holiday service-approx. 1 per annum, currently not Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day or Good Friday, & the ‘on-call’ rota.

These posts also present excellent opportunities for personal development and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is also actively supported. The laboratory is IBMS-approved for the training and education of undergraduate and STP students and is UKAS accredited.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The Main responsibilities and skills required of the advertised roles will include:

• Undertake processing of pathology specimens for diagnostic and monitoring purposes.
• Provide accurate, timely, and appropriate analytical data/results.
• Deliver a high-quality service that meets the needs of the patients and service users.
• To supervise training and support staff as directed and required
• Attention to detail, working under pressure, teamwork and well-developed interpersonal skills.
• You will have proven experience of a commitment to engaging and motivating colleagues within their teams.
• You will have a focus on supporting others to cope with and respond successfully to work challenges and create an inclusive workplace culture where those they lead and work with are able to thrive.
  
  

Person specification

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together
  
  

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Be educated to degree level with an IBMS accredited degree or be registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health Care Professions Council
• Previous experience of working in a Cellular Pathology department.
• Experience of employment in an establishment delivering high standards of quality output.
• Have knowledge and experience of using hospital IT systems.
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience across multiple areas of Cellular Pathology (ie frozen sections, specials, cytology, etc).
• Have evidence of laboratory training courses and competence.